# Event Details - **Event Name**: Learn to Paddle - **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 06 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon, 06 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm - **Event Description**: Join Wild Rivers Conservancy and Washington County Parks to learn the basics of kayaking so you can get out and enjoy the water this summer!About this EventJoin Wild Rivers Conservancy for an introduction to kayaking at Washington County’s Square Lake Park! Together with a small group of your peers and two instructors, you’ll learn the basics to get out on the water and safely experience your local parks and waterways from a kayak.We’ll start on dry land going over important safety lessons, kayak paddle strokes, and techniques to enter a kayak. Once you’re on the water, we’ll start close to shore to practice your new skills before we head out as a group to explore the shores of Square Lake. And before you know it, you’ll be ready to explore the lake at your own pace! Thank you to Washington County for partnering to make this event possible!Suitable for ages 12 and up. Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No previous paddling experience required. All equipment including life jacket, kayak, and paddle will be provided.Meet your Wild Rivers Conservancy Paddle Instructors!Owen has been planning and leading events as the Outdoor Program Coordinator at the Conservancy since 2024. Previously he has worked as an outdoor guide leading canoe and backpacking expeditions throughout North America, and as an adaptive ski instructor in the mountains of Colorado. He is a certified Wilderness First Responder and trained in risk management for a multitude of outdoor settings.October is the Conservancy's Outdoor Program Specialist and an avid outdoorsman throughout the midwest. He has been kayaking and fishing since his youth, and adventured up and down the coast from Washington to Alaska. He now resides in the St. Croix valley and has years of experience guiding throughout his favorite places along the Riverway.Cost: $20 per adult and $15 per child 12-18 years oldVehicle Permit: A Washington County Parks vehicle permit is required to park at Square Lake Park. A day permit can be purchased for $7 or an annual permit for $30. For more information please visit: https://www.washingtoncountymn.gov/508/Permits-and-PassesBathrooms: Located nearby at the beach.Where to Meet: Park in the most south parking lot before the boat launch and look for us in the grassy area in between the parking lot and the beach.Recommended items to bring/wear:Water bottlePolarized sunglassesWeather appropriate clothingSandals or shoes that can get wetSunscreenHatCancelation Information: This event will go on as planned with sun, heat and light rain. For the safety of participants and staff, this program may be canceled due to severe weather, such as lightning or thunderstorms. Participants will be notified via email and event pages will be updated if the program is canceled.Refund Policy: There are no refunds for participant-initiated cancellations. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/cbd862a0-794b-11f1-b2b4-69b6988c976e-rimg-w758-h740-dc151d1c-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/stillwater/learn-to-paddle/100001986017256075 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, sports - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: Square Lake Park - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Stillwater - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Square Lake Park - **lat**: 45.1533917 - **long**: -92.7943123 - **full address**: Square Lake Park, 15450 Square Lake Trail N, Stillwater, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Learn to Paddle - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/f40af4a7e5135363bd55fccb4e5efb388515ffd90e750a15d7e72ec08bbe492e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc375786-gmir.jpg?v=1777633458 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Learn to Paddle being held? - **A:** Learn to Paddle takes place on Mon, 06 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 06 Jul, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Square Lake Park, 15450 Square Lake Trail N, Stillwater, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Learn to Paddle? - **A:** Learn to Paddle is organized by Wild Rivers Conservancy. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Learn to Paddle is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Stillwater, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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